George Zimmerman Hires New Attorney

Criminal Defense Attorney Joins Zimmerman's Team

A local veteran criminal defense attorney has been hired by the man involved in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin.

George Zimmerman has not been arrested for any crime, but hired Hal Uhrig for his defense team.

Uhrig joins Craig Sonner who is already Zimmerman's attorney.

According to Uhrig's website, he has tried hundreds of cases and is a former police officer and former Florida assistant attorney general.

Uhrig spoke to WESH 2 on Wednesday morning about the case.

"We are sitting down and talking today about how we want to move forward on behalf of George Zimmerman," said Uhrig. "As polarizing as this case is, the death of a young person is tragic. But it is not helpful for those grieving loved ones to have people come to this community and spout accusations of racism and racial overtones."

Ulrig went on to talk about the future of the case.

"It is inexcusable what has been done to both families in this case," said Ulrig. "We are confident George Zimmerman is going to be cleared. There may not be a grand jury, but we are preparing for whatever lies ahead."

Trayvon Martin was shot and killed on Feb. 26 by Zimmerman who said he shot the teenager in self-defense.